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A review by bookish_botanic_baker
Kill Joy by Holly Jackson
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
3.0
Kill Joy is a light and breezy read that offers a fun diversion for fans of the A Good Girl's Guide to Murder series. It's a quick, easy read, perfect for a short commute or a relaxing afternoon. The murder mystery party setting is a clever backdrop, and it's enjoyable to see Pip apply her deductive skills in a less high-stakes environment.
However, because it's a novella and essentially a self-contained story within a story, it lacks the depth and suspense of the main trilogy. The mystery itself is fairly predictable, and the stakes feel significantly lower. While it's nice to see Pip interacting with her friends and getting some background on her character, the overall plot feels a little thin.
Ultimately, Kill Joy serves its purpose as a supplementary story, but it's not essential reading. It's a fun, quick read, but those looking for the intricate plotting and intense suspense of the main series might find it a bit underwhelming. It's a decent addition, but not a standout.
However, because it's a novella and essentially a self-contained story within a story, it lacks the depth and suspense of the main trilogy. The mystery itself is fairly predictable, and the stakes feel significantly lower. While it's nice to see Pip interacting with her friends and getting some background on her character, the overall plot feels a little thin.
Ultimately, Kill Joy serves its purpose as a supplementary story, but it's not essential reading. It's a fun, quick read, but those looking for the intricate plotting and intense suspense of the main series might find it a bit underwhelming. It's a decent addition, but not a standout.